Assembler 2- Compressor Line Lead Technician

Wabtec•Kansas City, MO

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Compressor Line Lead is responsible for providing day-to-day leadership and operational support within the Compressor production line while performing assembly and production-related activities as needed. This position is accountable for supporting safety, quality, delivery, productivity, employee engagement, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Line Lead serves as a key communication link between operators and leadership while helping ensure operational continuity, workforce coordination, and production excellence. The Compressor Line Lead is expected to take ownership of the assigned production area by promoting accountability, supporting employee development, identifying opportunities for improvement, and leading by example in all aspects of performance.

Requirements

High school diploma, associate’s degree or equivalent preferred.
Minimum 2-3 years in manufacturing, assembly, repair, or production experience preferred.
Ability to effectively communicate, read, and understand work instructions, procedures, and business communications in English.
Demonstrated leadership capabilities and ability to positively influence team performance.
Knowledge and understanding of specialized equipment, hand tools, and production processes.
Ability to communicate effectively with employees, supervisors, and support departments.
Ability to organize work, prioritize tasks, and support multiple operational needs.
Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and develop team members.
Working knowledge of 5S principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
Ability to monitor production metrics and identify barriers impacting safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately escalate employee concerns.
Strong commitment to promoting a safety-first culture and employee engagement.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to lead by example and promote accountability.
Ability to identify and escalate safety, quality, and operational concerns.
Mechanical aptitude and manufacturing experience preferred.
Ability to read and follow work instructions, drawings, procedures, and specifications.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills within defined responsibilities.
Willingness to cross-train and support multiple production areas as business needs require.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual capabilities (English/Spanish) are highly preferred.
Experience supporting employee training, coaching, or mentoring preferred.
Computer skills and/or experience with Microsoft office is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day leadership and operational support to employees within the assigned production area.
Lead by example through professionalism, attendance, work ethic, safety compliance, and positive engagement.
Communicate daily production goals, priorities, and expectations to team members.
Coordinate workflow to maintain production schedules and support operational objectives.
Facilitate daily production start-up meetings in the absence of the supervisor, communicating key safety, quality, delivery, and productivity objectives while ensuring team members understand expectations, priorities, and staffing assignments for the shift.
Monitor line performance and proactively communicate barriers impacting safety, quality, delivery, or productivity.
Provide coaching, guidance, and constructive feedback to employees regarding job performance and work practices.
Support employee onboarding, training, and cross-training activities.
Serve as the first point of contact for routine employee questions and concerns.
Communicate employee concerns, staffing challenges, and operational issues to supervisors and management.
Foster teamwork, accountability, and collaboration across the production floor.
Participate in and/or lead daily GEMBA board discussions and production meetings as assigned.
Promote and model safe work practices while ensuring compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements.
Identify, report, and escalate safety hazards, incidents, and unsafe conditions.
Support safety initiatives, workplace inspections, and corrective actions to maintain a safe work environment.
Ensure adherence to quality standards, work instructions, and established production processes.
Communicate quality concerns promptly and support corrective actions.
Coach employees on quality expectations and encourage defect prevention and continuous improvement.
Coordinate daily workflow and staffing to support production schedules and operational goals.
Monitor line performance, communicate production barriers, and assist in resolving operational issues.
Support training, cross-training, and production coverage while maintaining workflow continuity and productivity.
Take ownership of the assigned production line, including supporting people, safety, quality, delivery, and operational results.
Promote and sustain 5S standards, workplace organization, and standard work practices.
Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency and support implementation of approved improvements.
Encourage employee participation in continuous improvement initiatives.
Coordinate staffing needs and support production coverage during employee absences.
Assist in maintaining production continuity during staffing shortages and operational disruptions.
Verify employees are following established work instructions, quality standards, and production procedures.
Support internal quality system requirements and corrective action activities.
Encourage employees to report safety concerns, near misses, and workplace hazards.
Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee matters and escalate issues requiring management involvement.
Utilize company systems, reports, and operational tools to support production objectives.
Support cross-training efforts and workforce flexibility across multiple production areas as business needs require.
Support operational flexibility by participating in cross-training and accepting reassignment to other production lines or areas based on business needs and qualifications.